Looking to Hit the Ground Running

[atkinsgal08]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

You can be in ketosis and eat vegetables. That's one of the points of Induction.

Atkins isn't a quick fix either.

And yes, nutritional labels don't tell the whole story. You need to read the list of ingredients.

If you don't eat vegetables from day 1, you're not doing Atkins.

[caesar]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

Last time I checked on the package of corn.. it was "loaded". lol considering that i couldn't go above 20g and one serving of corn supplied 15g. I assumed to just stay away. Although I don't completely knock out veggies. I would have a few pickles and broccoli spears here and there.

Just didnt wanna risk too much more than that.

I guess I was wrongfully informed then. I was under the impression that this was a "quick fix" as far a weight/fat loss and an optional long term commitment as well.

[Georgiana]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

Last time I checked on the package of corn.. it was "loaded".

Did you find corn on the Acceptable Foods List for Induction?

And corn is not a vegetable. It's a grain.

I guess I was wrongfully informed then. I was under the impression that this was a "quick fix" as far a weight/fat loss and an optional long term commitment as well.

If you want to follow Atkins correctly (or follow Atkins at all), I would suggest reading the 2002 edition of DANDR.

[atkinsgal08]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

>>I was under the impression that this was a "quick fix" as far a weight/fat loss and an optional long term commitment as well.>>

Many people use Atkins for a "quick fix".

Many people don't make the long term commitment.

However, that was never the intention of Dr. Atkins.

A bit of pickle and broccoli isn't going to put you in compliance with Rule #3.

>>I assumed>>

You know the saying about "assuming", right?

[caesar]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

k so i guess i could throw in a few handfuls of lettuce.. per day. romaine i suppose.

I just didn't wanna have to rely on math and breaking stuff into servings and per grams. blah blah yadda.. But i've been informed/told/read that with meat, I can eat liberal but sensible amounts without having to count anything. Is why my freezer is loaded with all that stuff from my 2nd post.

atkinsgal08 can you be my Personal "Atkins" Trainer?

[atkinsgal08]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

>>i've been informed/told/read that with meat, I can eat liberal but sensible amounts without having to count anything.>>

And you need vegetables to go along with that.

>> atkinsgal08 can you be my Personal "Atkins" Trainer?>>

That could be your worst nightmare!

Your first assignment is to buy the book and read Chapter 11.

[caesar]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

Well that's what I came here for.. To be educated by you fine people who have had first hand experience with this course and could hopefully transmit that extensive knowledge my way. I've already got the jist of it down..

I suppose I'd buy an ebook if one were available with the same title. But a hardback would take a week or better for an online purchase for a program I wanted to start monday.

[atkinsgal08]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

Ah, so you've looking for a Vulcan mind meld!

Are you sure you have "the jist" down? You didn't a bit ago. And to be honest, reading two links is only the briefest of overviews.

Why do you think an ebook isn't available? Are you talking Kindle or some other device?

And why a hardback? The book is available in paperback.

And why an on-line purchase? Are there no book stores by you?

[Georgiana]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

Well that's what I came here for.. To be educated by you fine people who have had first hand experience with this course and could hopefully transmit that extensive knowledge my way.

If you don't want to bother with reading the book, why do you think we will spend time doing your homework?

Educating yourself about Atkins is your responsibility. If you care about your health, you'll do it... not expect us to give you a summary of it.

Of course, we'll answer your question whether you read the book or not... but it's a more pleasant conversation if you read the book.

I've already got the jist of it down..

I would disagree with that... and you can't do Atkins knowing just the "jist" of it.

I suppose I'd buy an ebook if one were available with the same title.

You need the same copyright year (2002), too, not only the same title.

But a hardback would take a week or better for an online purchase for a program I wanted to start monday.

You could also get the book from the library... until your copy arrives.

[caesar]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

Well the first jist is the commitment part which i think I have covered. Being as though I have already completely emptied my house of anything that would let me "cheat". On top of that I have spent close to a few hundred usd$ to replenish my fridge and freezer with the food needed by this program. Pelligrino and Perrier water don't come cheap then you add 10 gallons of deer park not to mention the meat.

No book store close by (45min minimum) and thats not to say I even have the means of getting there. My purchases are all done online, that being said a hard/paper back book would take 5-7 days to receive. eBook would be great.. instant purchase. Not for the Kindle though, for the PC would do fine.

I assume the eBook isnt available because I have done several searches for it and came up with nothing. I've also searched my torrent site, and we have everything

If you come across it can you shoot me a link. Then you can consider my first assignment complete Mrs. Teach

[atkinsgal08]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

>> I assume the eBook isnt available>>

Again with "assuming"! You must not have tried Google. "dr. atkins new diet revolution ebook".

Beware, they're not all complete ... and you won't know what's missing unless you can compare it to the original.

>>On top of that I have spent close to a few hundred usd$ to replenish my fridge and freezer with the food needed by this program.>>

No vegetables though, eh?

>>Pelligrino and Perrier water don't come cheap then you add 10 gallons of deer park>>

Sparkling water doesn't count as water.

Do you not have water that comes out of your tap?

>>not to mention the meat.>>

Have you checked the list of ingredients on all those packages?

That you went and bought a lot of things without really knowing what you're doing ... well, that may be commitment to you.

When I started Atkins, I started with the book. Did my reading. Then did my buying.

[caesar]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

Again with "assuming"! You must not have tried Google. "dr. atkins new diet revolution ebook".

The only ones I have found from that search have horrible reviews. I may be impatient but I'm not dumb.

No vegetables though, eh?

I do have veggies.. Pickles, Lettuce, Broccoli Spears, Cauliflower and such.

Sparkling water doesn't count as water.

Do you not have water that comes out of your tap?

I do have tap as all normal people.. just don't consume it. The sparkling water is to help with my soda cravings. I also buy deer park spring water by the gallon.

>>not to mention the meat.>>

Have you checked the list of ingredients on all those packages?

That you went and bought a lot of things without really knowing what you're doing ..

Ingredients?!? for Meat?.. Na I just got raw fillets of Tilapia, Tuna, Flounder and Chicken breast. Then ground Beef and ground Chicken and some pink tail-on shrimp oh and a few grilling steaks (i think a few Porter House and NY Sirloin).


Fish:



Chicken:




Ground Beef/Steaks/Chicken:



Steak:



More Chicken:




I also bought some cold cuts to snack on for in between meals





All said 0g carbs, I think the Tilapia said Less than one gram per four ounces, but i have no fish scale or anything. Like I said, bad with math.


That being said.. I think I'm at least on the right track. And I'm really serious about this. So y'all can go and criticize me all ya want. I'm just looking for a little help because I will be starting this come Monday with or without the help of the forum. although it has already helped me with the extra knowledge I have gained from reading the data on it.

[Georgiana]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

All said 0g carbs

You need to check the ingredients, too, not only the nutritional label. Everything with less than 0.5 g carbohydrates per serving can be listed with 0 g carbohydrate on US labels.

And I don't see the point of showing us pictures of your food. What you eat doesn't matter for us... and there's nothing you need to prove us.

You need to check the labels yourself.

You need to plan your menus yourself, so that they include vegetables.

I do have veggies.. Pickles, Lettuce, Broccoli Spears, Cauliflower and such.

You wrote you don't eat vegetables, hence the comments you got.

Ingredients?!? for Meat?

Yes, for meat. Meat can have ingredients other than the meat itself. Read the ingredients on those boneless chicken breast you have. It's not only chicken, is it?

Also check those steaks. What's in that "12% solution"?

[caesar]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

You need to check the ingredients, too, not only the nutritional label. Everything with less than 0.5 g carbohydrates per serving can be listed with 0 g carbohydrate on US labels.

Then I guess you learn something new everyday. I thought 0g meant 0g

And I don't see the point of showing us pictures of your food. What you eat doesn't matter for us... and there's nothing you need to prove us.

Actually ever since the 2nd response it has all been negative feedback to me from you guys. I guess those of us in here for a "quick fix" and not a complete lifestyle change aren't as cool. And Yes, You guys have made me feel like I have to prove something. I feel as if i'm not being taken seriously or that i'm not being believed when I say I am serious. Heh

You need to check the labels yourself.

You need to plan your menus yourself, so that they include vegetables.

I did check the labels myself.. Hence the pictures of them saying 0g. Although I didn't take into consideration that the labels were lying when they said 0g. I can plan meals myself. Also that include veggies, just didn't know they were mandatory. Now I have been RE-informed

Yes, for meat. Meat can have ingredients other than the meat itself. Read the ingredients on those boneless chicken breast you have. It's not only chicken, is it?

Also check those steaks. What's in that "12% solution"?

The chicken breasts contained chicken, rib meat and chicken stock.

the 12% solution was mostly water followed by salt and extractives

[Georgiana]

Re: Looking to Hit the Ground Running

I guess those of us in here for a "quick fix" and not a complete lifestyle change aren't as cool.

It's not about being cool here, but about following Atkins correctly. Atkins is not a "quick fix", if you follow it correctly.

I feel as if i'm not being taken seriously or that i'm not being believed when I say I am serious.

I do believe what you are saying.

However, I'm not sure about the seriousness part. Are you looking to make Atkins your way of eating for life, or are you only looking to lose the most amount of weight in the shortest amount of time?

If you plan to make Atkins your way of eating for life, then you should get the book.